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AF52 BSX

2002 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

115,789 mi
Last recorded115,789 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 BSX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 115,789 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust system poor

gearbox mount worn

oil leaks

Pass 5 Apr 2016 100,552 miles

n/s/f shocker damp

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Apr 2015 84,134 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2015 84,134 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2014 74,555 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside and offside front steering rack arm inner ball shank joints slight play

nearside and offside front to rear floor section to inner sill corrosion in area's

nearside and offside rear floor section corroded around jacking points

rear axle beam and rear coil spring mounts corroded

Fail 11 Apr 2014 74,485 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside and offside front steering rack arm inner ball shank joints slight play

nearside and offside front to rear floor section to inner sill corrosion in area's

nearside and offside rear floor section corroded around jacking points

rear axle beam and rear coil spring mounts corroded

Fail 18 Feb 2013 63,927 miles

All coil springs corroded

Corrosion forming on rear floor by jacking points

Exhaust section loose/blowing also rubber mountings deteriorated advise replacement

Noise from engine when carry out emissions test

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Passenger side rear wheel slightly buckled

Slight freeplay in steering rack/column

Suspect drivers seat damaged advise investigation/repair

Pass 18 Feb 2013 63,927 miles

All coil springs corroded

Corrosion forming on rear floor by jacking points

Exhaust section loose/blowing also rubber mountings deteriorated advise replacement

Noise from engine when carry out emissions test

Passenger side rear wheel slightly buckled

Slight freeplay in steering rack/column

Suspect drivers seat damaged advise investigation/repair

Pass 16 Jan 2012 44,529 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 44,526 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 32,351 miles

front brake discd corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2010 32,204 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

front brake discd corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2009 30,855 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

corrosion on rear axle

exhaust corroded

o/s/r n/s/r o/s//f tyres crackin

Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,667 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 28,667 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 25,066 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 25,066 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,525 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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AF52 BSX is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,323 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF52 BSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF52 BSX registered?

AF52 BSX is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 16 September 2002.

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